Quote by Douglas MacArthur

The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war.

The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the

Summary

This quote highlights the paradoxical relationship between a soldier and peace. While soldiers are associated with warfare, this quote emphasizes that they are the ones who truly desire peace the most. Having first-hand experience of the devastating consequences of war, soldiers yearn for an end to conflict. They endure the physical and emotional wounds of battle, thereby understanding the true cost of violence. Through their suffering, soldiers recognize the tremendous value of peace and, consequently, fervently pray for its realization.

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By Douglas MacArthur

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